Prognosis for a protein-deficient patient undergoing periodontal surgery is reduced because excess nitrogen reduces the ability of the periodontium to withstand stress of surgery.

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The statement is correct,but the reason is not correct.Protein deficiency results in a negative nitrogen balance,as opposed to an excess of nitrogen,that depletes nitrogen reserves.This further reduces blood protein levels and impairs the ability of the periodontium to withstand the stress of surgery.Additionally,the resistance of the periodontium to new or advancing infection is also impaired.

Prognosis for a Protein-Deficient Patient Undergoing Periodontal Surgery Is Reduced